Lake Valley Golf Club
Logo: An orange diamond outlined in black with 'LAKE' and 'VALLEY' in black serif letters separated by a wavy water line, and 'GOLF CLUB' in a white black-outlined bar.
Course at a glance
Lake Valley Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Niwot, Colorado (80503). The course was designed by Press Maxwell and opened in 1964. From the Black tees, Lake Valley Golf Club plays to 6,796 yards at par 70. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 4,858 to 6,796 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 84% of rated golf courses in Colorado. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Lake Valley Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Lake Valley Golf Club
Lake Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Niwot, Colorado (80503). The course was designed by Press Maxwell and established in 1964. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,796 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Lake Valley Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Colorado, playing harder than 84% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,858 to 6,796 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
70
Length
6,796
Slope
136
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 179 rated courses in Colorado
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 136 | 71.9 | 407 | 430 | 446 | 314 | 192 | 413 | 236 | 429 | 530 | 3397 | 390 | 590 | 210 | 417 | 379 | 435 | 180 | 421 | 377 | 3399 | 6,796 |
Black/Blue | 135 | 70.6 | 407 | 430 | 421 | 314 | 172 | 413 | 215 | 408 | 530 | 3310 | 390 | 579 | 181 | 417 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 421 | 355 | 3262 | 6,572 |
BlueWomen's | 150 | 76.8 | 374 | 417 | 421 | 302 | 172 | 407 | 215 | 408 | 524 | 3240 | 381 | 579 | 181 | 397 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 415 | 355 | 3227 | 6,467 |
BlueMen's | 134 | 70.3 | 374 | 417 | 421 | 302 | 172 | 407 | 215 | 408 | 524 | 3240 | 381 | 579 | 181 | 397 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 415 | 355 | 3227 | 6,467 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 144 | 75.5 | 374 | 417 | 387 | 302 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 408 | 524 | 3156 | 381 | 569 | 169 | 397 | 362 | 327 | 161 | 415 | 347 | 3128 | 6,284 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 128 | 69.5 | 374 | 417 | 387 | 302 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 408 | 524 | 3156 | 381 | 569 | 169 | 397 | 362 | 327 | 161 | 415 | 347 | 3128 | 6,284 |
WhiteWomen's | 139 | 74.6 | 350 | 404 | 387 | 289 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 401 | 517 | 3092 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 385 | 351 | 327 | 161 | 391 | 347 | 3055 | 6,147 |
WhiteMen's | 126 | 68.5 | 350 | 404 | 387 | 289 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 401 | 517 | 3092 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 385 | 351 | 327 | 161 | 391 | 347 | 3055 | 6,147 |
White/GreenWomen's | 135 | 73.8 | 350 | 404 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 187 | 393 | 495 | 2987 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 161 | 391 | 339 | 2991 | 5,978 |
White/GreenMen's | 125 | 67.6 | 350 | 404 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 187 | 393 | 495 | 2987 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 161 | 391 | 339 | 2991 | 5,978 |
GreenWomen's | 134 | 72.5 | 344 | 359 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 149 | 393 | 495 | 2898 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 150 | 377 | 339 | 2879 | 5,777 |
GreenMen's | 122 | 66.6 | 344 | 359 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 149 | 393 | 495 | 2898 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 150 | 377 | 339 | 2879 | 5,777 |
Green/Red | 132 | 70.9 | 324 | 328 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 137 | 355 | 451 | 2753 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 338 | 312 | 316 | 128 | 303 | 339 | 2742 | 5,495 |
Green/Red | 115 | 65.2 | 324 | 328 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 137 | 354 | 451 | 2752 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 338 | 312 | 316 | 128 | 303 | 339 | 2742 | 5,494 |
Red | 129 | 70.0 | 324 | 328 | 319 | 277 | 138 | 369 | 137 | 355 | 451 | 2698 | 329 | 497 | 132 | 338 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 312 | 2655 | 5,353 |
Red | 111 | 64.6 | 324 | 328 | 319 | 277 | 138 | 369 | 137 | 354 | 451 | 2697 | 329 | 497 | 132 | 338 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 312 | 2655 | 5,352 |
Red/GoldWomen's | 123 | 67.3 | 324 | 328 | 247 | 277 | 138 | 299 | 137 | 301 | 393 | 2444 | 329 | 389 | 132 | 251 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 266 | 2414 | 4,858 |
Red/GoldMen's | 106 | 62.4 | 324 | 328 | 247 | 277 | 138 | 299 | 137 | 301 | 393 | 2444 | 329 | 389 | 132 | 251 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 266 | 2414 | 4,858 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Valley Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,796 | 136 | 71.9 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,572 | 135 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,467 | 150 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,467 | 134 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,284 | 144 | 75.5 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,284 | 128 | 69.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,147 | 139 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,147 | 126 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,978 | 135 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,978 | 125 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,777 | 134 | 72.5 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,777 | 122 | 66.6 | 12-22 |
Green/Red | 5,495 | 132 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Green/Red | 5,494 | 115 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,353 | 129 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,352 | 111 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold | 4,858 | 123 | 67.3 | 25+ |
Red/Gold | 4,858 | 106 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Valley Golf Club
Lake Valley Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Lake Valley Golf Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Valley Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Lake Valley Golf Club is a private golf course located in Niwot, CO. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Lake Valley Golf Club have?
Lake Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1964. The course was designed by Press Maxwell.
What is the yardage at Lake Valley Golf Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Lake Valley Golf Club plays to 6,284 yards (par 74). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,858 to 6,796 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Valley Golf Club?
The Black tees at Lake Valley Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Valley Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Valley Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Valley Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.lakevalley.com/ or call 303-444-2114 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Valley Golf Club offer?
Lake Valley Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Lake Valley Golf Club located?
Lake Valley Golf Club is located at 4400 Lake Valley Dr in Niwot, CO 80503. You can reach them at 303-444-2114.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Valley Golf Club?
Lake Valley Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 84% of golf courses in Colorado. The average slope rating in Colorado is 139. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Valley Golf Club?
Lake Valley Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. Black tees (6,796 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red/Gold tees (4,858 yards, slope 106) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lake Valley Golf Club?
Beginners at Lake Valley Golf Club should play the Red/Gold tees, which play 4,858 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Lake Valley Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Green tees (slope 125, rating 67.6) at Lake Valley Golf Club has a course handicap of 14, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Lake Valley Golf Club?
A typical round at Lake Valley Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.